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Powder River Basin coal markets long-term outlook H1 2015

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The Powder River Basin (PRB) coal market was constrained in 2014 by deliverability issues. Approximately 20-30 Mt of PRB demand was lost this year due to growing constraints in the western rail network, mainly a result of growing crude shipments by rail from the Bakken region. Congestion issues led rail service providers to limit coal shipments to only contracted deliveries and the spot market for PRB coal all but disappeared in 2014, driving down PRB spot prices.

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Global coal markets are facing extraordinary challenges and uncertainties. Factors such as global overcapacity, weakening demand and falling prices have created cautious investors. These factors have caused delays and cancellations of many mine and infrastructure projects, as well as lower growth rates at others.

This Thermal Coal Market Long Term Outlook report gives global and regional coal producers, consumers, transporters and investors detailed supply, demand and price forecasts for the coal industry, covering all the key domestic markets in North America, China and India.

Use this report to gain a better understanding of market dynamics, including revenue and demand potential for different coals. It will also help you identify trade patterns and changes affecting the thermal coal markets.

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